ribbon worm

• Los nemertinos son un filo de gusanos marinos invertebrados, generalmente alargados y delgados, con cuerpo aplanado en forma de cinta. Se caracterizan por tener una probóscide eversible que usan para capturar presas.

A ribbon worm is a type of invertebrate animal belonging to the phylum Nemertea, characterized by its long, thin, ribbon-like body. They are typically found in marine environments and are known for their ability to extend a proboscis to capture prey.

1. Nemertean wormC2formal

   A long, slender, often brightly colored marine worm belonging to the phylum Nemertea, known for its proboscis used for capturing prey.

   Gusano cinta

   • The ribbon worm extended its proboscis to capture a small crustacean.
   • Marine biologists discovered a new species of ribbon worm in the deep sea.
   • Ribbon worms can grow to impressive lengths, sometimes exceeding 30 meters.